Business Maverick: Mid-level Journalist

6 days ago

Cape Town, South Africa Daily Maverick Full time

**Job Advert Summary**:
The Business Maverick journalist role requires you to develop and pitch original story ideas, conduct investigative journalism, build and maintain a network of contacts, and participate in webinars and audience engagement activities. The journalist will ensure high editorial standards and work closely with the editorial team to produce impactful and visually engaging stories.

**Minimum Requirements**:

- Bachelor’s degree in journalism, communications, economics, or a related field.
- More than five years of experience in business journalism or a related reporting role would be advantageous.
- Strong storytelling, research, and writing skills.
- Ability to generate and execute original story ideas independently.
- Familiarity with data journalism and investigative reporting techniques.
- Proficiency in digital publishing tools and content management systems.
- Experience with hosting or participating in webinars and panel discussions is a plus.
- Self-motivation**and able to work under tight deadlines.
- A deep interest in business, finance, and economic topics.
- A knack for finding and developing exclusive stories.
- Strong interpersonal and networking skills.
- Collaborative and able to work effectively with colleagues to achieve common goals and contribute to a positive team dynamic.

**Duties and Responsibilities**:
**Article generation and reporting**
- Produce a minimum of three articles per week, covering the business and economic sectors, features, and including trend analyses.
- Develop and pitch article ideas that align with the publication's strategic goals and audience interests.
- Ensure one exclusive article is filed for the newspaper before Wednesday afternoon each week.

**Investigative journalism**
- Research and deliver one long-form investigative story per month, diving deep into significant business topics.
- Utilise data analysis, interviews, and other investigative techniques to uncover insights.

**Source development**
- Build and maintain a network of contacts within the business, financial, and economic sectors.
- Cultivate relationships with key stakeholders, including executives, analysts, and policymakers.

**Webinars and audience engagement**
- Participate in and contribute to webinars, panel discussions, and online forums to engage with audiences and establish thought leadership.
- Collaborate with the editorial team to identify opportunities for interactive content and audience participation.

**Editorial standards and collaboration**
- Adhere to high standards of accuracy, fairness, and ethical reporting.
- Work closely with editors, designers, and other journalists to produce visually engaging and impactful stories.

  • Crypto Journalist

    7 days ago

    Cape Town, South Africa Daily Maverick Full time

    **Job Advert Summary**: Daily Maverick is seeking a mid-level journalist with a strong passion for crypto and blockchain to join our dynamic business team. In this role, you’ll be responsible for steering our crypto coverage—including taking overall ownership of our regular crypto newsletter—and producing insightful features, in-depth analysis, and...

  • Sales Representative

    2 weeks ago

    Cape Town, South Africa Maverick Labs Full time

    Are you passionate about technology and have a natural gift for creative problem solving and innovation using tech? Do you enjoy connecting with people and have a talent for seeing new ways of working? If you're looking for an exciting opportunity to showcase and build your sales skills in the tech industry, then this is the position for you. **About...

  • Business Maverick Reporter

    4 days ago

    Cape Town, South Africa Daily Maverick Full time

    **Job Advert Summary**: If you are ready to progress your journey in business journalism and contribute to impactful reporting, we’d love to hear from you. **Minimum Requirements**: - Bachelor’s degree in journalism, communications, business, economics, or a related field. - Proven experience/a strong portfolio of business-related writing. -...

  • Investigative Journalist

    2 weeks ago

    Cape Town, South Africa Daily Maverick Full time

    **Job Advert Summary**: The Daily Maverick is looking for a tenacious Investigative Journalist to join our team and contribute to groundbreaking journalism that makes a difference. You will be responsible for in-depth reporting that uncovers hidden truths, exposes corruption, and informs the public. You will collaborate with a network of sources, analyse...

  • Junior Video Editor

    2 weeks ago

    Cape Town, South Africa Daily Maverick Full time

    Job Advert Summary We are looking for a creative Junior Video Editor to join our team at Maverick Studios. The ideal candidate will have experience in video editing for YouTube, social media, and TikTok, using Adobe Premiere Pro and / or DaVinci Resolve. A strong journalistic sense of storytelling is essential for this role, as you will be helping to craft...

  • Junior Video Editor

    7 days ago

    Cape Town, South Africa Daily Maverick Full time

    **Job Advert Summary**: **Minimum Requirements**: - A qualification in journalism, video production, or a related field. - Proficiency in video editing software such as Adobe Premiere Pro and/or DaVinci Resolve (agility in these platforms is a must). - Strong storytelling skills, with the ability to communicate ideas visually and craft compelling narratives...

  • Community Manager

    1 week ago

    Cape Town, South Africa Daily Maverick Full time

    **Job Advert Summary**: **Minimum Requirements**: - Background in journalism, communications, or a related field. - 5 years experience with membership or subscription-based media models. - Experience in community management, audience engagement, or digital media. - Strong communication skills, both written and verbal. - Familiarity with social media...

  • Freelance Journalist

    1 week ago

    Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa Cape Business News Full time R40 000 - R80 000 per year

    Freelance Journalist / Contributor Opportunity — Cape Business NewsCape Business News (CBN), a respected and long-established publication in the industrial and commercial sector, is expanding its editorial team following sustained growth in the Western Cape.About the RoleWe are seeking a versatile freelance journalist with the ability to write topical and...

  • Live Journalism and Strategic Partnership Coordinator

    2 weeks ago

    Cape Town, South Africa Daily Maverick Full time

    **Job Advert Summary**: The Live Journalism and Strategic Partnership Coordinator is an exciting new role within Daily Maverick and requires a dynamic, diligent and accountable person for the role. The successful journalism events and webinars, as well as supporting strategic partnership initiatives. This role ensures that all aspects of these projects are...

  • Tech Project Manager

    7 days ago

    Cape Town, South Africa Daily Maverick Full time

    **Job Advert Summary**: Are you a tech-savvy** **project manager who loves digital media and journalism? Do you have a passion for driving innovation and delivering impactful solutions? If yes, then we have an exciting opportunity for you! **Daily Maverick** is a leading independent news platform in South Africa, known for its fearless and insightful...